Reimagined DS World Las Vegas 2026 Launches as Education-First, Biennial Event With Over 60 Hands-On Courses Available

Shaped by attendee feedback, DS World returns in 2026 as a biennial, education-first event, offering more CE credits and releasing the complete course agenda at launch.

Charlotte, N.C. Dentsply Sirona today announced that registration is now open for DS World 2026, taking place September 24-26, 2026, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Reimagined in direct response to attendee feedback, DS World returns as a biennial clinical education event designed to deliver deeper learning, a stronger community, and expanded hands-on education that makes a real difference in daily practice.

DS World 2026 increases hands-on training opportunities from 18 sessions in 2025 to more than 60 this year, delivering the most immersive, practice-ready education in the event's history. Attendees can earn up to 15 continuing education (CE) credits, with three available from General Session.

An Education-First Experience, Built on Attendee Feedback

Designed to deliver education that can be applied immediately in practice, DS World 2026 offers learning tailored to the entire dental team-including dentists, specialists, hygienists, assistants, practice managers, and labs.

The program includes:

• More than 60 hands-on clinical training sessions
• More than 35 expert-led lectures
• Up to 15 CE credits
• Practical education built for real-world dentistry, focused on clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and sustainable practice growth

Industry-Leading Instructors Deliver Practical, Practice-Ready Learning

DS World Las Vegas 2026 will feature both new and returning clinical educators delivering highly practical, skill-based learning.

Dr. Jason Ford, DMD (Toothologie), will join DS World for the first time, leading three hands-on sessions titled "Foundational Surgical Skills for Future Implant Dentists: Extraction & Suturing Intensive," focused on building confidence through immersive, technique-driven training.

Returning to DS World, Dr. Varisha Parikh, DMD will deliver two expert-led lectures-"Goodbye Connect, Hello Cloud! Transform Your Workflow & Lab Partnership" and "Mastering Full-Arch Digital Restorations with Advanced Techniques"-highlighting advanced digital workflows and real-world restorative strategies.

"DS World 2026 brings our vision of a connected dentistry to life in a way that's more practical, more immersive, and more impactful than ever," said Mark Bezjak, Group Vice President, Americas at Dentsply Sirona. "Attendees can expect deeper clinical learning, stronger connections across the dental ecosystem, and, true to DS World tradition, important innovations that will continue to shape the future of dentistry."

Plan With Confidence, Learn With Purpose

By publishing the complete course program at registration launch, DS World enables attendees to plan with confidence, align education with individual roles and practice goals, and maximize the return on time away from the office. This transparency supports smarter course selection and a more intentional learning journey.

Education, Community, and Innovation

Beyond the classroom, DS World brings the dental community together through peer-to-peer learning, shared experiences, and collaborative discussions, reinforcing the idea that education is better when shared.

The event also connects education with innovation through hands-on demonstrations, expert-led product sessions, and integrated workflow experiences, helping attendees see how technology fits into real-world practice environments and supports efficiency, growth, and patient care.

Registration for DS World Las Vegas 2026 is now open.

Learn more, explore the full course schedule, and register here.

Global DS World Event Series

DS World Las Vegas is part of the global DS World series, with additional events across Europe and the Middle East. More information:

https://www.dentsplysirona.com/en/why-ds/events/ds-world/ds-world-events.html